Operator (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 2015, Operator is a drama film directed by Caroline Bartleet, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. An Emergency Services Operator in a Fire Control Room has just started a long night shift when she picks up a call from a desperate young mother. An hour previously, Gemma had fallen asleep in front of the television and has now woken to find the room full of smoke. Her three year old son is trapped in his bedroom upstairs. Flames have started to creep down the stairs that Gemma must use in order to reach him. The operator’s guidance is all that Gemma can rely on in order to survive.
Who’s in it. Operator stars Kate Dickie as Operator, Vicky McClure as Gemma, Lorna Jones as Call Handler and Laura McAlpine as Call Handler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Operator sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Operator page.
If you liked it. Fans of Operator tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Operator (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Operator change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Operator worth watching?
- Operator holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Operator?
- Operator stars Kate Dickie, Vicky McClure, Lorna Jones, Laura McAlpine and Janet Bartleet.
- When was Operator released?
- Operator was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.